Mental Health and Wellness

Study Notes

Importance: 1 in 4 people experience mental health issues each year
Common conditions: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Risk factors: Genetics, Trauma, Chronic Stress, Social Isolation
Signs and symptoms: Mood changes, Sleep disturbances, Appetite changes, Social withdrawal
Treatment options: Medication, Therapy (CBT, DBT), Lifestyle changes (exercise, mindfulness)

Definition: State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
Dimensions: Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, Social
Principles: Self-care, Resilience, Positive relationships, Healthy habits
Benefits: Improved mood, Energy, Productivity, Better sleep, Increased self-esteem

Lifestyle factors: Physical inactivity, Unhealthy diet, Tobacco use, Excessive alcohol consumption
Preventable diseases: Heart disease, Diabetes, Certain cancers, Respiratory diseases
Prevention strategies: Regular exercise, Balanced diet, Stress management, Vaccinations, Screenings

Types: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV, HPV
Transmission: Unprotected sex, Skin-to-skin contact, Vertical transmission (mother to child)
Symptoms: None, or similar to other infections (e.g., urinary tract infections)
Testing and treatment: Screening tests, Antibiotics, Antiviral medication

Types of abuse: Physical, Emotional, Verbal, Sexual, Financial
Signs of abuse: Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Unexplained injuries
Healthy relationships: Mutual respect, Trust, Communication, Boundaries, Emotional support
Red flags: Possessiveness, Jealousy, Manipulation, Isolation, Disrespect

One in four people experience mental health issues each year, highlighting its prevalence
Common mental health conditions include Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia
Risk factors for mental health issues include Genetics, Trauma, Chronic Stress, and Social Isolation
Signs and symptoms of mental health issues include Mood changes, Sleep disturbances, Appetite changes, and Social withdrawal
Treatment options for mental health issues include Medication, Therapy (CBT, DBT), and Lifestyle changes (exercise, mindfulness)

Wellness is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
The five dimensions of wellness are Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, and Social
Principles of wellness include Self-care, Resilience, Positive relationships, and Healthy habits
The benefits of wellness include Improved mood, Energy, Productivity, Better sleep, and Increased self-esteem

Lifestyle factors that contribute to disease risk include Physical inactivity, Unhealthy diet, Tobacco use, and Excessive alcohol consumption
Preventable diseases include Heart disease, Diabetes, Certain cancers, and Respiratory diseases
Prevention strategies include Regular exercise, Balanced diet, Stress management, Vaccinations, and Screenings

Common types of STIs include Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV, and HPV
STIs can be transmitted through Unprotected sex, Skin-to-skin contact, and Vertical transmission (mother to child)
Symptoms of STIs may be absent or similar to other infections (e.g., urinary tract infections)
Testing and treatment for STIs include Screening tests, Antibiotics, and Antiviral medication

Types of abuse include Physical, Emotional, Verbal, Sexual, and Financial
Signs of abuse include Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, and Unexplained injuries
Characteristics of healthy relationships include Mutual respect, Trust, Communication, Boundaries, and Emotional support
Red flags for unhealthy relationships include Possessiveness, Jealousy, Manipulation, Isolation, and Disrespect